Known for beautiful red fall color and corky bark in the winter. They have great green foliage in the summertime. Euonymus Alatus – Scientific Name Grows to 8-12’ in height Spread of 8-12’ Doesn’t Flower Fall Color: Red Medium Water … Continue reading →

Forsythia is a large to medium shrub with yellow flowers that emerge in early spring before the leaves. Scientific Name: Forsythia hybrids Exposure: Full sun Height: 6-10′ Spread: 6-10′ Water Usage: Medium

Hydrangeas are known for their large blue, pink or white flower clusters that bloom in mid to late summer. The shrub has a rounded growth habit with large dark green leaves. Hydrangeas come in many sizes and color blends. Scientific … Continue reading →

Lilacs are known for their fragrant flowers which bloom on 4-8″ panicles in late spring. These shrubs come in many varieties that vary in size, flower color, and bloom time. Scientific Name: Syringa spp. Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds Exposure: … Continue reading →

The peony is one of the most beloved perennials. They are known for their large and fragrant blooms that can be up to 10″ wide. Peonies grow pretty fast during the spring, forming a green mound, and they flower in early summer. … Continue reading →

Rose of Sharon is known for its showy, hibiscus-like flowers. It is a v-shaped shrub with dark green leaves and needs to be planted in somewhat sheltered areas. Scientific Name: Hibiscus syriacus Exposure: Full to Part Sun Height: 8-10′ Spread: … Continue reading →

Russian Sage is a nice, airy, and fragrant perennial. The flowers are tall lavender stalks that persist for months. The foliage is a silvery-green color. Russian Sage is one of the few deer-resistant perennials. It must be pruned back almost to the … Continue reading →

Sumacs can be either small trees or spreading shrubs. This tropical-looking plant adapts to poor soil conditions and to drought. Sumacs have bright orange to red fall color. Make sure to plant this shrub in areas where it has room … Continue reading →